What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Lotus?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Lotus is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Lotus?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Lotus is to drive which takes 3h and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Lotus?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose to Lotus. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Auburn Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from San Jose to Lotus?

The distance between San Jose and Lotus is 188 miles. The road distance is 145.1 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Lotus without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Lotus without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $120 - $200.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Lotus?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from San Jose to Lotus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Lotus train from?

San Jose to Lotus train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San Jose to Lotus train arrive?

San Jose to Lotus train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Auburn Amtrak station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Lotus?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Lotus is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from San Jose to Lotus.

Where can I stay near Lotus?

There are 131+ hotels available in Lotus.

San Jose to Lotus - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Lotus by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
4h 48m
$124–196
Drive 144.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Lotuscar 144.3 mi
3h
$27–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Big 5bus 25 / ...
6h 54m
$87–146

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Distance: 186.5 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Lotus, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Auburn Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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